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Dean of Arts & Sciences

Confidential, Thousand Oaks, California, us, 91358

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Dean of Arts & Sciences

About the Company

Purpose-driven liberal arts & sciences college

Industry Higher Education

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1959

Employees 501-1000

Categories

Colleges & Universities EdTech Education Knowledge Management Universities

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Dean for its College of Arts and Sciences, a role that demands an experienced, inclusive, and collaborative leader. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the College into a new era of innovation and growth, with a focus on supporting faculty achievement, raising the profile and resources of the College, and elevating student success. This senior academic leader will serve as the chief executive and intellectual leader of the College, advocating for its interests within the University and fostering a student-centered, welcoming, and inclusive liberal arts learning environment. The Dean must have a deep affinity for the liberal arts tradition, a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging, and a proven track record of administrative leadership.

Key responsibilities for the Dean include mentoring students, equipping them for meaningful contributions, and ensuring the College's mission is in line with the values of the institution. The ideal candidate will have superior academic credentials, a record of scholarly achievement, and the ability to lead, envision, and innovate. They should be adept at engaging and uniting constituents, listening carefully, and communicating persuasively. The role also requires the ability to secure external funding, develop partnerships beyond the University, and manage the College's administrative and budgetary functions with skill. A steadfast commitment to the mission of the institution and the success of its faculty, staff, and students is essential.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Education/Academic Administration